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Screenings are widespread for a few cancer types, but we aim higher and test for 50 of them.

Pinnacle Cancer Screening

We all know someone who’s battled cancer. It may run in your family—and whether or not it does, adults over 50 are 13 times more likely to have cancer than younger adults. Meanwhile, screenings like mammograms and colonoscopies, while helpful, only check for a handful of the many common types of cancer. 

We say this not to scare you, but to empower you. Because more comprehensive screenings exist, and they can give you a much earlier jump-start in treating things before they get so severe that you’re experiencing symptoms. With one blood draw, we can check for signs of a wide array of cancer types, ranging from lung cancer to kidney cancer, pancreatic cancer, esophageal cancer, bone cancer, and dozens of others. 

By gathering this crucial information well before seeing symptoms that would typically send you to the doctor, you can stay ahead of the curve and treat any issues aggressively and early.

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Our approach

You’ll receive an in-home test kit mailed right to you. Once your sample has been processed and results are in, we’ll hop on the phone to talk through it. As needed, we’ll make a game plan together that may include:

  • Further testing, such as scans and biopsies, to confirm or eliminate concerns and flags
  • Ongoing preventative measures like healthy diet, weight, exercise, and habits to minimize the likelihood of cancer in the future

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The Galleri Test Revolution: How Multi-Cancer Early Detection Is Transforming Preventive Care

In the landscape of preventive medicine, certain innovations represent genuine paradigm shifts rather than incremental advances. The Galleri multi-cancer early detection test is firmly in this category—a technology so transformative that it’s redefining what’s possible in cancer prevention and early intervention.

Beyond Traditional Screening: The Multi-Cancer Detection Gap

Despite significant advances in cancer treatment, early detection remains the single most important factor in survival outcomes. Yet traditional screening approaches have substantial limitations:

  • Screening tests exist for only 5 cancer types, leaving over 70% of cancer deaths attributable to cancers with no recommended screening
  • Conventional screening often detects cancers only after they’ve grown substantially
  • Many aggressive cancers progress rapidly between regular screening intervals
  • Current approaches cannot identify the tissue of origin, complicating treatment planning

Medical Director Dr. Kat Hudon explains: “The traditional cancer screening model is still important and has its place, but it’s become clear that screening for individual cancer types is insufficient. The Galleri test represents the next step: systematic surveillance across dozens of cancer types simultaneously with remarkable precision.”

How Galleri Works: The Science of Cell-Free DNA

The technology behind Galleri represents a fascinating convergence of genomics, epigenetics, and machine learning:

  • Cancer cells release small fragments of DNA into the bloodstream (cell-free DNA or cfDNA)
  • These fragments carry specific methylation patterns—chemical modifications to DNA that differ between cancer types and normal cells
  • Galleri analyzes these methylation patterns to identify cancer signals with extraordinary precision
  • The same analysis identifies the likely tissue of origin with over 90% accuracy

This approach enables detection of over 50 cancer types, including aggressive forms like pancreatic, ovarian, and liver cancers that typically evade early detection.

The Performance Data: Precision in Practice

The clinical validation of Galleri has demonstrated impressive performance metrics:

  • High Specificity: 99.5% specificity, meaning very few false positives
  • Signal Detection: Effective at identifying Stage I-III cancers across multiple cancer types
  • Origin Prediction: When cancer signal is detected, the test correctly identifies the cancer origin in about 90% of cases
  • Complement to Existing Screening: Adds detection capability without replacing proven screening methods

For high-performing individuals who take a strategic approach to health optimization, these metrics represent an unprecedented opportunity to expand their cancer surveillance beyond traditional methods.

The Executive Perspective: Strategic Risk Management

For successful professionals, executives, and entrepreneurs, preventive health strategies require the same sophisticated risk management approach applied to business decisions. The Galleri test offers unique advantages in this context:

  • Time Efficiency: A single blood draw provides broad-spectrum surveillance
  • Decision Quality: Early detection expands treatment options and improves outcomes
  • Comprehensive Coverage: Protection against cancer types that otherwise have no screening
  • Psychological Benefit: Reduced uncertainty and enhanced peace of mind

Director of Men’s Health Dr. Travis Hudon notes: “Our highest-performing clients understand that health is their most valuable asset. They recognize the strategic value of technologies like Galleri that provide asymmetric upside—minimal investment for potentially life-changing early detection.”

The Pinnacle Protocol: Integration into Comprehensive Cancer Prevention

At Pinnacle, we don’t view Galleri as a standalone test but as part of a comprehensive cancer prevention strategy:

1. Risk Stratification

  • Detailed family history analysis
  • Genomic risk assessment
  • Environmental exposure evaluation
  • Lifestyle risk factor assessment

2. Multi-Modal Detection

  • Standard cancer screenings appropriate for age and risk profile
  • Galleri multi-cancer early detection
  • Advanced imaging when indicated by risk factors
  • Regular clinical examinations focusing on high-risk areas

3. Metabolic Optimization

  • Insulin sensitivity enhancement (a key factor in cancer prevention)
  • Inflammatory pathway modulation
  • Hormonal balance optimization
  • Immune system support

4. Environmental Modification

  • Reduction of carcinogenic exposures
  • Enhancement of dietary protective factors
  • Sleep quality optimization
  • Stress management protocols

What to Expect: The Galleri Experience at Pinnacle

Our approach to implementing Galleri testing includes:

  • Comprehensive Consultation: Discussion of cancer risk profile and prevention strategy
  • Streamlined Testing: Simple blood draw at Quest labs
  • Expert Interpretation: Clear explanation of results by our medical team
  • Strategic Integration: Incorporation of findings into your overall prevention plan
  • Longitudinal Tracking: Ongoing monitoring appropriate to your risk profile

Is Galleri Right for You?

The Galleri test is particularly valuable for:

  • Adults over 40 (the age when cancer risk begins to meaningfully increase)
  • Those with family history of cancer, especially diverse or unusual cancer types
  • Individuals with known genetic predispositions to cancer
  • Anyone seeking comprehensive preventive care beyond standard protocols

While no screening test is perfect, the Galleri test represents a significant advance in our ability to detect cancer early—when intervention is most effective and least invasive.

The Future of Prevention: Being Proactive, Not Reactive

At Pinnacle, we believe the future of healthcare lies in sophisticated prevention rather than reactive treatment. The Galleri test embodies this philosophy—using cutting-edge technology to identify problems at their earliest, most manageable stage.

To learn more about incorporating the Galleri test into your personalized health optimization strategy, schedule a consultation with our preventive medicine team. Discover how this revolutionary approach to cancer detection can enhance your comprehensive longevity plan and provide peace of mind that extends far beyond conventional screening.

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How the screening works—and why it helps. 

We believe in putting the best of science to use. While standard screenings like colonoscopies and mammograms are very important, it’s a boon to have a single test that can quickly check for signs of a wide array of cancers. The test we use, the Galleri test by GRAIL, uses “liquid biopsy” technology to check your blood for DNA fragments that signal a cancer may be present so we can further analyze those signals to determine what’s going on.

A note about accuracy, false negatives, and false positives

Minimizing your cancer risk by living a healthy,
fulfilling lifestyle.

While this technology is incredible, nothing is perfect—it’s possible that the test will miss a cancer. It’s still important to do all your normal screenings in addition to this test, and we recommend re-testing yearly. 
Meanwhile, false positives aren’t likely, but they are certainly possible. The test could detect an abnormal fragment of DNA that it flags as cancer, but it’s not actually cancer. When you undergo further evaluation, such as imaging, biopsies, or blood work, it may turn out that there wasn’t any cancer. It also might be the case that you do have cancer, but imaging technology isn’t advanced enough to detect it—in which case, you’d receive a free follow-up test in three months to check again.

Of course, if you do have a false positive, the news would come as a relief, but it can be a stressful time between getting your results and getting the follow-up confirmation done.

Cancer risk increases for everyone as they age, regardless of family history. In fact, only 5-10% of cancers are inherited. Not only can you get regular screenings as well as more sweeping tests like Galleri, but you can also do a lot to manage your own personal risk of developing cancer in the first place with a few good lifestyle choices. We think everything below is an excellent idea regardless—there’s no downside to a higher quality of life.

  • Maintain a healthy weight.

High levels of total body fat and high total body weight are important risk factors for certain types of cancer development. Don’t worry, this is something we can help with. If you need weight management help, it’s a service we offer with lots of built-in support, follow-through, and attainable steps.

  • Eat your fruits and veggies.

Your mom was right about that apple a day. The higher our dietary fiber intake, the healthier your gut and lower risk of colon cancer.

  • Exercise regularly.

The positive impact of exercise goes far beyond helping you maintain a healthy weight. Regular physical activity is itself an important preventative measure for cancer.

  • Wear sunscreen.

A sun-kissed glow is all well and good, but make sure you’re protecting your skin with a high quality SPF. Melanoma is no joke, and one of the first places it metastasizes to is the brain. We can help with physician-grade sunscreen
recommendations.

Welcome to feeling better.

How Pinnacle works — without getting insurance involved.

We use a direct-care model that avoids the hassle and restriction of insurance, which means we can see patients as often as they need, take more time with them, and offer more thorough care. While we leave insurance out of the patient-doctor relationship, insurance still may cover your medications, or we may be able to connect you with coupons that keep the cost of medication to a minimum.

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